Media and research most often paints eating disorders as a thin-young-white woman’s problem. In such a climate, it will not come as a surprise that resources for – and even conversations surrounding – people of other gender identities experiencing eating disorders are few and far between. The truth is that eating disorders are not one-size-fits-all…

This post was written and submitted by Kailey Adkins. Connect with Kailey on Instagram and Facebook @thedisordereddietitan or online at https://thedisordereddietitian.weebly.com/ Hello All! This post will provide some background on, as well as my personal experience with avoidant restrictive food intake disorder. “Let’s start at the beginning, a very good place to start” The Sound…

“Food, no matter how pure, cannot fill the space in your soul that longs for love and spiritual experience. If you are trying to use it for this purpose, you may have gone astray on your journey.” Steven Bratman, MD Can the pursuit of healthy eating be taken to an unhealthy extreme? Conversations around orthorexia…

This post was written and submitted by Ryanne Mitchell, LPC. There is a goal that can stop recovery in its tracks. This goal tries to disguise itself as something “healthy,” while in reality, it is serving illness. In eating disorder recovery, this is the “goal weight,” sometimes called “ideal weight.” I’ve heard patients in and…

This post was written and submitted by Hannah Frazee. Hannah is a junior at the University of Iowa who is rooted in the Health at Every Size paradigm and is especially interested in studying how systemic oppression impacts health outcomes. You can connect with her on Instagram at @haesrd2be Health at Every Size (HAES) practitioners…

“Contrary to my original assumption that eating disorders were somewhat cordoned off from the dietary mainstream, working in this field allows me to draw on my broader experience and interests in 12-step recovery and social justice on an individual level.” – Ian Cohen, RDN We are excited to introduce you to EDRDpro member Ian Cohen,…

The transition to life as a college student represents an exciting, and often incredibly overwhelming, time. Alongside new friends, a new schedule, new classes, and a new environment, students face the added challenges of independence around food, limited money, social pressure, and a lot of attention to the bodies and body changes. As Claire Mysko,…

This post was written and submitted by Emily Taylor, RD, LDN. Emily Taylor works as an outpatient clinical dietitian in the Greater Boston, MA area. She is a generalist with interests in eating disorders, diabetes management, and IBS/GI symptom management. She is also a recent alumna of the University of Connecticut Coordinated Program in Dietetics,…

With 4th of July right around the corner, we are here to remind you that shifting the focus off of our bodies and onto celebrating is an intention worth nurturing – no matter what the holiday! We know that holidays can be challenging for some; not everyone feels joyful and connected during these times. It’s…

Too often, people emerge from eating disorder treatment in a partially recovered state. This makes sense living in a culture that has normalized dieting and body shame, but we at EDRDpro stand strong in the belief that for many people full recovery from an eating disorder is possible and absolutely worth it. How can we…

The post was written and submitted by Grace Russell. Grace is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian working with clients with eating disorders in both a private practice and an inpatient hospital setting. She is very passionate about reducing the stigma of eating disorders and is currently learning how to weave body image practices into her work. In her…

This post was written and submitted by Jessica Garcia, a Masters of Public Health student and Dietetic Intern at Samford University, Birmingham, AL. She wakes up and hops from the shower onto the scale, continually judging her frame. Her mind, a constant cyclone of thoughts for self-improvement. Never a focus on the soul, only that…

This post was written and submitted by Chelsea Benjamin. Connect with Chelsea on Instagram @chelbizzle and @itsallcycles or at www.itsallcycles.com Recovery smacked me in the face and told me that I could either live the rest of my life feeling miserable, uninspired, and struggling to function with my eating disorder, or I could recreate my reality…

Listen to their story, the lived experience. Let everyone you come in contact with have the space to share their story. – Lori Short-Zamudio, RD Lori Short-Zamudio loves the challenge of helping people live more comfortably in their own skin and she does this both via teaching future professionals about eating disorders at Humber College…

We are all on our own path and it’s really about constantly unlearning and learning, and keeping an open heart and mind. – Vincci Tsui Lucky for her clients, Vincci chose the career of a dietitian, intuitive eating counselor and yoga teacher – she found her passion and is making a difference in the lives…

People who are in larger bodies and who have eating disorders are so often overlooked – they are told to go on diets when they are already starving themselves! – and I want that to change. So right now I have to be the change I want to see in the world – I find…

The most important relationship in a woman’s life is her relationship with herself. Our self-talk can diminish or empower us. In a culture so demanding and dismissive of women, we need to rebel and stop apologizing for not being perfect, and start telling ourselves we are good enough as we are – simply good enough!…

The media’s portrayal of eating disorders is riddled with stereotypes. These exclusionary understandings fuel the illusion that people experiencing eating disorders look only one way, obscuring the reality that people of all genders, races, incomes, body sizes, sexual orientations, and abilities struggle with food and body disturbances. Receiving an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment can…

What comes to mind as some of the key components for eating disorder recovery? Conversations around this topic vary, encouraging multidimensional approaches for mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. We speak of supporting clients in rediscovering passions and purpose, cultivating loving relationships, and developing nourishing behaviors. But what’s missing? When it comes to eating disorder…

Social comparison, including body comparison, is rampant in our culture today. Body image disturbances are prevalent across the spectrums of age, ability, sexual and gender identity, racial and ethnic groups, and socioeconomic status. You’re not alone if you feel that your pursuit to “fix” your perceived flaws feels like you’re on a hamster wheel, endlessly…

The library of recorded webinars is growing every month! As a member you get full access to watch any of these webinars on-demand. You’ll receive 1 CEU credit hour for every webinar. Treating the Suicidal Client: What you need to know but have been afraid to ask by Nicole Siegfried, PhD, CEDS-S Nine…

This week we are getting to know more about EDRDpro member Hope Hayes, who is based in New Hampshire. Hope is a nutrition therapist and dietitian, dedicated to helping her clients find their way to recovery from eating disorders. Here, we have the pleasure of learning about and from Hope. Find out who are some…

This week we are getting to know a little more about Lauren Anton – a dietitian, iaedp approved eating disorder specialist and supervisor as well as certified personal trainer in private practice in Los Angeles. Lauren’s background and experience have provided her expertise in sports nutrition and eating disorders. She has worked at most levels…

We are so thankful to have members who are so deeply passionate about helping people heal from disordered eating. This week’s spotlight is on one of these amazing professionals. She is Crystal Savoy, an enthusiastic, non-diet dietitian who offers virtual sessions as well as serves local clients in Somerville, MA. As an associate at Real…

If you are looking for a stellar naturopathic doctor and just so happen to live in the Portland area, then you’re in luck because the member we’re featuring this week fits the bill! As an ND, a nutritionist, and an educator offering HAES-aligned care, Dr. White incorporates mindfulness and compassion in her practice than rigid…

If you were asked to describe your niche within the nutrition and eating disorder worlds, what would you say? Here are three areas of focus to help you get curious about to define your niche and support a blossoming practice as an eating disorder professional. We often do not take the time to reflect on…

Imagine being able to make choices and focus on living a life you value without your body shape, size, or appearance getting in the way. Have you ever wondered how removing shame and stigma as barriers to actually doing healthy behaviors can impact a person’s health? Think about it. The responsibility of needing to change…

“Hope drives me. And making a difference, even if it’s a small one.” Our member spotlight this week is the person behind this beautiful statement, Samantha Lewandowski, owner of Big Picture Nutrition. She’s an RD based in Columbia, Maryland. This private practice RDN is a certified eating disorder specialist who loves helping her clients dive…

Meet Samantha Finkelstein! An eating disorder dietitian for Kaiser Permanente in Redwood City, CA as well as the owner of a part-time private practice called Rediscover Nutrition. In both of these settings she gets to enjoy doing the work she loves, which is helping others recover from eating disorders and guiding them back to Intuitive…

This week’s member spotlight shines on Robyn Nohling, a women’s health specialist who inspires us all as she balances two vital treatment professional roles in her position as a family nurse practitioner as well as owner of a private practice as an RD. Follow along below to learn about how she juggles wearing two hats,…

We are so pleased to introduce you another EDRDpro Member. This person is an incredible dietitian who has a bug for the entrepreneurial life. Hannah Turnbull, RDN is the owner of Nourished With Hannah, a blossoming private practice located in Denver, Colorado. Hannah supports clients in her practice who have eating disorders or struggle with…

We are thrilled to have a group that allows for connection and collaboration with professionals around the world! Introducing you today to Nina Mills, APD located in Melbourne, Australia. She is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian and also a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. You can connect with Nina on Instagram @feelgoodeating, Facebook and Twitter @feelgoodeats – or…

EDRDpro is pleased to introduce you to Linda Tucker! Although our continuing education and professional support is primarily geared toward registered dietitians, as a group we welcome all types of providers to join and learn from our expert speakers. Linda is a health coach and intuitive eating counselor who brings a great deal of value…

EDRDpro values our community and we know each and every one of our members is helping to change lives of people suffering from disordered eating. For our third Member Spotlight, we get to meet Megan Neiman, RDN, LDN! Here’s a little more about Megan: Website: meganneimanrd.com Read Megan’s recent guest post on our blog and on…

Guest post by EDRDpro Member Megan Neiman, RDN, LDN Bullying and Eating Disorders The harmful effects of bullying have received increased attention in recent years. So, how exactly can bullying play into the development of an eating disorder? We know for sure that bullying can increase anxiety, depression, and social isolation. This leads to ongoing…

Our latest Member Spotlight is on Lisa Pearl, MS, RDN, CEDRD, CEDS. Website: www.cnc360.com Where can we find you on social media? Facebook: Counseling and Nutrition Center 360 or CNC360 Twitter: @mindfulnuts Instagram: @mindfulnuts What is your profession? I am a nutrition therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders. I have been practicing HAES,…

EDRDpro is beaming with gratitude and awe at the amazing work our members are doing day in and day out to help people. This work comes down to helping others reclaim life and well-being, while also breaking down systemic and cultural norms that feed diet culture. We will be continuously highlighting our members by posting…

Guest post by Stephanie Johnson To live in a body free of shame. To live in a body that is free to love, free to live, free to eat and be happy and angry and sad and anything that might fall in between; to have the freedom to be, and exist as you are.…

We are myth busting today with one of our members, Ashleigh Partin! Ashleigh is a Registered Dietitian and owner of her private practice, Ashleigh Partin Nutrition, where she specializes in nutrition counseling for eating disorders and disordered eating. We love how proudly she denounces all things diet, and works with clients to relearn how…

This guest post was written by Lauren Newman. Follow Lauren on instagram @gofeedyourself_ As a dietetic intern and HAES (Health at Every Size®) advocate, I’m in an usual position: I’ve spent the past several years learning from a weight-normative paradigm in classes, while simultaneously educating myself on a weight-inclusive one on my own time.…

This guest post was written and submitted by EDRDpro Member Sarah Peck. Learn more about how to connect with Sarah, below. Well you have finally graduated and can call yourself a dietitian. When you started studying, your only certainty was that you genuinely wanted to help people, now you are filled with knowledge and…

This guest post was written and submitted by Whitney Hightower, MS, RDN, LD. Learn more about Whitney, below. “Eat to live, don’t live to eat. Eat clean. Guilt-Free Eating. Earn your food at the gym. Nothing tastes better than skinny feels.” Messages of morality are woven into our conversations about food and wellness every…

A guest post by EDRDpro™ Member Caroline Young, MS, RD, LD, RYT Follow Caroline on Instagram and learn more about her services at The Whole Yogi RD My relationship to exercise has changed drastically over the past decade of my life, but most significantly in the last 3ish years. It wasn’t until I was in…

Over 30 non-diet dietitians collaborated to bring you this ultimate guide to help you enjoy your holiday experiences without guilt, shame or diet cycling. DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE COPY HERE! This guide was beautifully produced by Christin Morgan, MS, RDN, CSD, founder of #MyDietRebellion. Follow Christin and EDRDpro on Instagram.

I received the letter below from a client who has worked hard and made great progress to heal from disordered eating and chronic dieting. What she wrote is a common frustration that comes up for people who have done or are doing this work of going against the cultural current of food and weight obsession.…

Casey finishes her lunch feeling a warm, comfortable fullness. Her meal tasted great, it was exactly what she’d been hoping for when she ordered. She was happy to have decided to add on the house-made brownie with her cappuccino to finish off her meal – and it was so satisfying. Months ago, as she’d been…

Guest post by EDRDpro Member Sara Upson of My Signature Nutrition: Follow Sara on Twitter and Facebook Do you know what diet culture is? Most people don’t, yet we live in it daily! We have become so inundated with diet culture that it just seems normal. However, it’s time to end diet culture- or at…

Have you ever wondered why you have the tendency to be so all or nothing oriented with your thinking? Here are some examples of all or nothing thinking: If I can’t do this perfectly then I don’t even want to try. Today I’ll clean the whole house, or stay on the couch all day.…

A guest post by: Claire LeGresley, Registered Holistic Nutritionist Like so many others, I spent years at war with the closest thing to me. I learned self-criticism at an early age, having grown up in front of a mirror as a dancer. Since my body type didn’t fit the mold of a classical ballerina,…

By Crystal Karges “Giving birth and being born brings us into the essence of creation, where the human spirit is courageous and bold and the body, a miracle of wisdom.” – Harriette Hartigan Today’s mothers are faced with intense scrutiny when it comes to their bodies and appearances. Raising children in our current culture…

By Rhea Bergmann How did we get to this point of being so utterly obsessed with our bodies – yet completely disconnected from the only home we will ever have? Many of us are yet to fully realize that body dissatisfaction arises as a culturally and socially developed phenomenon, which is shaped by a…

By Kortney Karnok Find Kortney at Fueling Strength on Facebook or Instagram @fuelingstrength Today I lifted weights again for the first time in months. I snatched*. I squatted. I even took my shirt off because I was hot, sweating, and I will no longer be confined by rules that say only a six-pack is worthy…

When I look at where I was and where I am now, I know there is hope for anyone. When you’re isolated in the prison of your own eating disorder it may be all to easy to hear thoughts about how you’ll never get better. How it feels completely impossible, and the stories of others…

Imagine not living every day with 70, 80 or even 90 percent of your thoughts centered around what you can or can’t eat, how bad you were the day before, or your morning weigh in. For some of you, you really can’t even imagine. But try… In this imaginary world, you wake up and you…

You can have all the information in the world about what nutrients you need, what a balanced plate looks like, and how many grams of protein your body probably needs for fuel and still struggle with your eating. That’s because there is one key element to how you eat that will help you have…

There is a very simple explanation for how dieting keeps you from living a full life. In one glance, we can see that dieting keeps you trapped in a cycle – that leaves very little time, space or energy for other, more fulfilling things. Take a look at the Savvy Girl Guide to Eating diet…